I've got the same setup on my phone and don't have a problem with the bumper pulling up the edges of the BSE.
I think the bumper could be a bit too tight (that's what she said).
I would not think that removing the BSE from any side would help.
Some folks had loose fitting bumpers and returned them for one that fit.
You may want to consider that.

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